After a Move Forward Party Bangkok metropolis councillor, Arnuparb Tarntong, was accused over sexual misconduct, numerous civil teams have ramped up their demandings for political parties to strengthen the candidate screening process.
Arnuparb, a councillor for the Sathorn district, got here forward to the police to reject the allegations of sexual harassment made by 4 young ladies, who’re all supporters of the MFP.
He tweeted yesterday that he is ready to fight the case and show his innocence. He thanked his followers for their moral assist.
Arnuparb Tarntong is the second politician this year to be accused of sexual harassment after Prinn Panitchpakdi, a former Democrat deputy chief. Some 20 have come ahead and accused the politician of sexual abuse and rape again in April.
After Results , individuals shortly compared the 2 politicians, and demanded Arnuparb to step down from his role, just like Prinn, who stepped down as the deputy chief of the Democrats.
According to the civil rights groups, politics events should examine members’ backgrounds to examine if they’ve a record of inappropriate behaviour, similar to sexual assault or harassment, or disrespecting gender rights.
“Candidates for elections ought to be checked thoroughly, and any offenders shouldn’t be allowed to serve as party representatives.”
“The MFP ought to be liable for the allegations, and the victims should be protected in any respect costs. The Bangkok City Council should take motion against the politician.”